Chainsaw Refresher

Chainsaw maintenance, cross-cutting, and felling up to 380mm – Refresher

Our chainsaw refresher modules keep operators up-to-date with industry-approved standards for health and safety, and practical skills and techniques. This helps to ensure that operators continue to be confident when working within forestry, arboriculture, or allied industries. 

Each module is supported by its own booklet, outlining minimum course content, and will be delivered by instructors approved by Lantra Awards. Modules are designed to be short, sharp, and focused and will provide refresher training for experienced operators.

Who is it for?

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recommends that frequent chainsaw users attend refresher training at least every 5 years, and every 2-3 years for infrequent users. 

Course Content

  • HSE legislation and safety guidelines
  • Overview of the chainsaw and maintenance equipment
  • Maintaining the chain, guide bar, and power unit
  • Starting the chainsaw and pre-cutting tests
  • Cross-cutting timber 
  • Felling techniques
  • Branch removal – snedding and de-limbing
  • Clear site and chainsaw checks

Course summary

Title: Chainsaw Refresher

Assessment: Lantra Integrated

Duration: 2-days

Cost: £335+VAT per person to include Lantra training, assessment, and certificate

Pre-requisites: Chainsaw Maintenance, Cross Cutting & Felling up to 380mm

Learners will require…

Equipment:

  • Chainsaw (max bar length 15”) – shorter is better!
  • Petrol/oil mix in an appropriate container
  • Maintenance tools, if possible (we can provide if necessary)
  • Felling lever, if possible (we can provide if necessary)

PPE:

  • Chainsaw boots (BS EN ISO 17249)
  • Chainsaw trousers, type A (BS EN 381-5)
  • Helmet (BS EN 397 or BS EN 14052) 
  • Ear defenders (BS EN 352-1, BS EN 352-2, or BS EN 352-3)
  • Eye protection mesh visor (BS EN 1731)
  • Work gloves
  • Personal 1st aid kit

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